Regional Fire Academy graduation

AWC celebrates inaugural graduation ceremony for regional Fire Academy

December 15, 2023

Yuma, AZ (December 15, 2023) – Arizona Western College held an inaugural graduation ceremony in November for the first class of the regional Fire Academy. The program is offered in partnership with the City of Yuma Fire Department, Somerton Cocopah Fire Department, City of San Luis Fire Department, and ARIZONA@WORK.

AWC, Arizona Commerce Authority help secure $15 million to connect dislocated workers to jobs

AWC, Arizona Commerce Authority help secure $15 million to connect dislocated workers to jobs

November 2, 2022

Yuma, AZ (November 2, 2022) – New resources are being made available to help long-term unemployed individuals, dislocated workers, and workers impacted by the pandemic. Through a federal grant, workers will have access to skills training, career pathways, and job opportunities. As part of this initiative, Arizona Western College is delivering on the needs of its communities through workforce development and partnerships in Arizona.